Supervises advance-planning activities prior to the ship coming into port. Checks berth conditions for docking, work areas for safe operation of stevedores and checkers, and that all labor has been assembled for adequate and efficient operations;

Supervises the gangs for vessel loading and unloading, in accordance with the vessel plan;

Ensures that each gang is organized, that each person knows what to do and when to do it, so that productivity levels are high;

Ensures that the load and discharge is performed accurately and timely. Coordinates these activities through the ILA foremen on the assigned shift. Key focal point for the ship’s crew;